Yes, tip at Tulum all-inclusives. Budget $50-100/day: $10-20 housekeeping, $10 first bartender drink, $10-20/meal. Daily tips beat lump sums.
Tulum bans plastic bottles on beaches—you can't bring them, but vendors sell inside at high prices. Bring reusable bottles instead. Budget for beach purchases.
Tulum transport: use Eiby app. Airport to hotel 300 pesos vs 1,200+ taxi ($15 vs $60). Download WHITE app version. Transparent pricing, no negotiation.
Yes, Tulum is safe for solo women - I spent 6 nights there. Roads are rough, expect bag searches, but ruins and cenotes are worth it. Rent a car.
Yes, Tulum has changed dramatically since 2016. Now commercialized with chains and mega beach clubs. Stay in Centro for authenticity, visit off-season.
Tulum pickup basketball: Wed & Sun 10am at Unidad Deportiva (3 courts) or Pueblo Mágico (better rims). Mix of locals and expats, competitive but welcoming.
Tulum taxi tips: Centro 50-100 MXN, Hotel Zone 150-250 MXN. First quotes 50-100% inflated. Use inDrive app or hotel taxis. Always negotiate.
Save 50-70% in Tulum: stay in Centro not Hotel Zone, use colectivos (5-10 pesos), eat at Palma Central food trucks. Avoid the gringo tax.
Mexico capital gains tax: 1.92-35% on net profit (not sale price). Primary residence exemption ~5M pesos. Residents pay 40-60% less than non-residents. Deduct improvements, fees.
Sell property in Mexico: hire agent (5-10% commission), use notario for legal process, get certified translations. No MLS or agent licensing exists.
Mexico rental income is taxed at flat 25%, no deductions. Must register with SAT, issue CFDIs monthly. Tourists cannot legally be landlords—need residency.
Buy Mexico property: need fideicomiso (bank trust) near coast, use notario, never pay contractors >10-15% upfront. Rent first to learn areas.
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